WolverhamptonWV10
Wolverhampton · West Midlands
WV10 in Wolverhampton has demonstrated steady market dynamics over the past five years, with property prices appreciating at a 4.7% compound annual growth rate whilst rental growth has outpaced this at 7.4% annually. The district ranks in the 87th percentile nationally for trajectory potential, scoring 57.7 out of 100, placing it within the strong category. Population growth has remained modest at 1.3% over the five-year period. The postcode currently operates in a pre-cursor gentrification stage, suggesting early-stage shifts in the local area. These metrics indicate a market where rental yields have performed relatively strongly compared to capital appreciation, which may interest buy-to-let investors, though the measured population growth suggests gradual rather than rapid neighbourhood transformation.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 4.3% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 7.4% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.3% per year
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What's changing in Wolverhampton · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.6 points this month to 58/100, driven mainly by safety.
13 planning applications submitted in WV10 over the last six months, 1 change of use.
- Proposed change of use from residential dwellinghouse (Class C3a) to home for two adult residents in receipt of care (Class C3b).Mar 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Residential annexe outbuildingApr 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Single storey side extensionMar 2026 · Awaiting decision
Wolverhampton (WV10) common questions
Is Wolverhampton up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Wolverhampton (WV10) as Pre-Cursor. Its trajectory score is 58/100 (Strong), in the top 12% of districts nationally. The score is down 2.1 points over the last 12 months.
Is Wolverhampton safe?
Wolverhampton has a safety score of 49/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Wolverhampton?
The average property price in Wolverhampton (WV10) is £262k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 4.3% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Wolverhampton?
The median monthly rent in Wolverhampton (WV10) is £898 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Wolverhampton?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Wolverhampton (WV9), Wolverhampton (WV1), Tipton (DY4), Wolverhampton (WV2), Wolverhampton (WV3). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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